PRIVATE TRAINING & CONSULTATIONS

Teen Dog (for puppy dogs between 5-7 months old at first session)

Our Teen Dog class is our introductory class for dogs who are too old for Puppy Kindergarten but are not quite adult dogs. Just as human teens have special needs as they transition into adulthood, so too do teenage dogs. Teenage dogs may seem to forget lessons previously learned, be more outwardly focused and easily distracted, and they really appreciate being with their peers! In our Teen Dog class, you will learn how to manage your dog’s enthusiastic teenage energy and teach him to:

Pay attention to you, even when there are distractions

Wait calmly for things he or she wants

Greet people calmly (as opposed to jumping on them boisterously)

Perform rock solid “canine calisthenics”: sits and downs

Begin walking nicely on a leash

Come when called – quickly and reliably

Feel calm, cool, and collected around other dogs and people

See their learning (your training) as an activity that is rewarding and fun!

Tuition Includes:

Training toolkit seminar (Session 1- approximately 2.5 hours)

Five group sessions with puppies (Sessions 2 to 6 – 50 minutes per session)

Essential training equipment ($55 retail value): 20 ft. recall long line, deluxe treat bag, clicker and wrist band (you are not required to use a clicker but many people like to), gear bag

Note: The first session, known as our “Training Toolkit Seminar” is an orientation to canine behavior and to our training approach. This session runs from 6:15-8:30 PM. Sessions 2-6 include the pups, of course! Beginning with the second session, each weekly session runs for 50 minutes, beginning at the time noted below.

Date

Time

Instructor

Cost

Wednesday 05/01/2019

6:15 pm

Sarah Richardson

$295

Wednesday 06/19/2019

6:15 pm

Sarah Richardson

$295

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: To participate in Teen Dog class, your teenage dog must have completed all his puppy vaccinations and health check protocols. Dogs must have visited their veterinarians to receive (1) a veterinary health check documenting that your dog is in good health (2) all of their puppy parvo-distemper vaccinations (often called DHPP) concluding with a one-year DHPP (3) all bordetella vaccinations (4) all canine influenza virus (CIV) H3N2/H3N8 vaccinations (5) rabies vaccination (6) documentation of clear fecal test. These vaccinations and procedures MUST have been administered at a veterinary office or by a licensed veterinarian. Please ask your veterinarian to FAX your dog’s updated vaccinations and any updated fecal test records to us at 530-345-1939 OR email them to us at office@thecanineconnection.com. We MUST receive this documentation prior to your dog participating in our programs.

Small Dog Basics (for dogs under 25 pounds who are 5 months and older)

Small dogs are welcomed in our regular classes, but some owners prefer keeping their diminutive dogs in a class tailored just for the smaller set. Our Small Dog Basics class is a 6-week course (meets weekly) that covers:

Your small dog paying attention to you, even when there are distractions

“Canine calisthenics” sit, down, and stand

Coming when called – quickly and reliably

Wait calmly

Walk nicely on a leash

Training challenges and behavior solutions that are unique to small dogs

Positive socialization with other dogs and people

Games that make learning fun

And more!

Time: Once a week for 6 weeks. The first session, known as our “Training Toolkit Seminar”, is an orientation to canine behavior and training (this session lasts approximately 2½ hours and dogs stay home). Sessions 2-6 include the dogs, of course; these sessions last approximately one hour.

Includes personal equipment/supplies session (approx. 30 minutes), 20 ft. recall long line, deluxe treat bag, clicker and wrist band (you are not required to use a clicker, but many people like to), training handouts, grad photos, certificate, and access to our private Facebook training client page.

Dates/Registration:

Date

Time

Instructor

Cost

Sunday 06/02/2019

1:45 pm

Sarah Richardson

$295

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: We require documentation that your dog is current on DHPP (distemper-parvo), rabies, and bordetella to attend this group class AND that vaccinations have been administered through a veterinarian (we do not accept vaccinations that have been purchased through a feed store or online and self-administered). Please note that we MUST receive documentation of vaccinations before your registration will be accepted and your place in class secured. For most people, it is easiest to simply ask your veterinarian to FAX them to us at 530-345-1939. Thank you for your attention to this!

Our Adult 1 class has started hundreds of dogs on the path to being a well-mannered canine companion. This 6-week course for teen and adult dog teaches you how to teach your dog to:

Pay attention to you, even when there are distractions

Wait calmly for things he or she wants

Greet people calmly (as opposed to jumping on them boisterously)

Perform rock solid “canine calisthenics”: sits and downs

Walking nicely on a leash

Come when called – quickly and reliably

Feel calm, cool, and collected around other dogs and people

See their learning (your training) as an activity that is rewarding and fun!

Tuition Includes:

Training toolkit seminar (Session 1- approximately 2.5 hours)

Five group sessions with puppies (Sessions 2 to 6 – 50 minutes per session)

Essential training equipment ($55 retail value): 5 m. recall long line, deluxe treat bag, clicker and wrist band (you are not required to use a clicker but many people like to), gear bag

Training handouts

Grad photos

Certificate

Dates/Registration:

Note: The first session, known as our “Training Toolkit Seminar” is an orientation to canine behavior and to our training approach. This session runs from 6:15-8:30 PM. Sessions 2-6 include the pups, of course! Beginning with the second session, each weekly session runs for 50 minutes, beginning at the time noted below.

Date

Time

Instructor

Cost

Wednesday 05/01/2019

7:30 pm

Sarah Richardson

$295

Wednesday 06/19/2019

7:30 pm

Sarah Richardson

$295

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: To participate in Adult Dog 1 class, your teenage dog must be up-to-date on all vaccinations and be in good health. Your dog must have recently visited his veterinarian to receive (1) a veterinary health check documenting that your dog is in good health (2) one-year DHPP (3) all bordetella vaccinations (4) all canine influenza virus (CIV) H3N2/H3N8 vaccinations (5) rabies vaccination (6) documentation of clear fecal test. These vaccinations and procedures MUST have been administered at a veterinary office or by a licensed veterinarian. Please ask your veterinarian to FAX your dog’s updated vaccinations and any updated fecal test records to us at 530-345-1939 OR email them to us at office@thecanineconnection.com. We MUST receive this documentation prior to your dog participating in our programs.

Adult Dog 2 (for grads of Adult 1 or Teen Dog)

This class is for dogs 6 months and up who have completed our Pup 2 or Adult 1. In this class you will take your dog’s manners and skill to a new level by building better attention and behaviors, even with increasing difficulty and distractions.

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: To participate in Teen Dog class, your teenage dog must have completed all his puppy vaccinations and health check protocols. Dogs must have visited their veterinarians to receive (1) a veterinary health check documenting that your dog is in good health (2) all of their puppy parvo-distemper vaccinations (often called DHPP) concluding with a one-year DHPP (3) all bordetella vaccinations (4) all canine influenza virus (CIV) H3N2/H3N8 vaccinations (5) rabies vaccination (6) documentation of clear fecal test. These vaccinations and procedures MUST have been administered at a veterinary office or by a licensed veterinarian. Please ask your veterinarian to FAX your dog’s updated vaccinations and any updated fecal test records to us at 530-345-1939 OR email them to us at office@thecanineconnection.com. We MUST receive this documentation prior to your dog participating in our programs.

Adult Dog 3

Time:

Dates/Registration:

No classes available at this time

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: We require documentation that your dog is current on DHPP (distemper-parvo), rabies, and bordetella to attend this group class AND that vaccinations have been administered through a veterinarian (we do not accept vaccinations that have been purchased through a feed store or online and self-administered). Please note that we MUST receive documentation of vaccinations before your registration will be accepted and your place in class secured. For most people, it is easiest to simply ask your veterinarian to FAX them to us at 530-345-1939. Thank you for your attention to this!

Continuing Education Short courses – for Teen, Adult, and Pup Grads

These short courses provide great opportunities for returning dog parents and their dogs to deepen their training with essential skills taught in our Pup, Teen, and Adult classes. Sessions are once a week for three consecutive weeks. Along with daily practice, these three-session short courses will help you make significant progress with your dog’s good manners.

Short Course: Reliable Recall and MoreThis short course focuses on training a reliable recall (come when called).

Short Course: Leash Manners and More.This short course focuses on the skills needed to enjoy a pleasant on-leash walk with your dog

No classes available at this time

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: We require documentation that your dog is current on DHPP (distemper-parvo), rabies, and bordetella to attend this group class AND that vaccinations have been administered through a veterinarian (we do NOT accept vaccinations that have been purchased through a feed store or online and self-administered). Please note that we MUST receive documentation of vaccinations before your registration will be accepted and your place in class secured. For most people, it is easiest to simply ask your veterinarian to FAX them to us at 530-345-1939. Thank you for your attention to this!

Feisty Fidos

This small group class is designed specifically for dogs that lunge and bark when they are on a leash and see other dogs. Using proven behavior approaches, the class will focus on teaching dogs to be calm around other dogs and attentive to you instead of outer-focused on other dogs.

Enrollment in this class is by invitation ONLY to current clients of The Canine Connection who are currently in private training and ready to take their dogs to the next level.

Time: Once a week for 6 weeks.

No classes available at this time

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: We require documentation that your dog is current on DHPP (distemper-parvo), rabies, and bordetella to attend this group class AND that vaccinations have been administered through a veterinarian (we do not accept vaccinations that have been purchased through a feed store or online and self-administered). Please note that we MUST receive documentation of vaccinations before your registration will be accepted and your place in class secured. For most people, it is easiest to simply ask your veterinarian to FAX them to us at 530-345-1939. Thank you for your attention to this!

Therapy Dog Evaluation Prep Course – Pet Partners

This therapy dog evaluation prep class is designed to help you and your dog prepare for the Pet Partners evaluation (go to PetPartners.org for more information about the Pet Partners organization and evaluation). You and your dog will be introduced to the basics of the evaluation and will have a chance to practice key behaviors and skills necessary for successful completion of the evaluation. It is expected that your dog will already have a solid foundation of obedience skills prior to attending this course. Please note: This class is NOT required prior to your going through the Pet Partner evaluation; you must however have completed the Pet Partners online handler’s course found at the PetPartners.org website. We offer our course simply to improve your understanding of the evaluation requirements and assist you and your dog with becoming excellent pet therapy volunteers. Many of our students have said that this course is a “must!”

Time: Once a week for 4 weeks. The first 3 Wednesday meetings (8/22, 8/29, and 9/5) will be at The Canine Connection center. The final meeting will be the morning of Saturday, September 15 at another location (TBA).

Training ClassNo classes available at this time

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: We require documentation that your dog is current on DHPP (distemper-parvo), rabies, and bordetella to attend this group class AND that vaccinations have been administered through a veterinarian (we do not accept vaccinations that have been purchased through a feed store or online and self-administered). Please note that we MUST receive documentation of vaccinations before your registration will be accepted and your place in class secured. For most people, it is easiest to simply ask your veterinarian to FAX them to us at 530-345-1939. Thank you for your attention to this!

Tricks for Kicks

Start your weekend off with some Friday night fun at Tricks class! Did you know trick training will help your dog become a better learner and help you become a better teacher? This fun-filled class will teach a variety of tricks that include: Roll Over, Crawl, Say your Prayers, Sit Pretty, Paws Up, Take a Bow, Jump through a Hoop, Spin in Circles, and more! Drawing on a curriculum created by Kyra Sundance, nationally known tricks guru, we help you and your dog master a variety of tricks that are fun, impressive, and useful too! At the end of this class you can try out for your Novice Trick Dog titles through Do More With Your Dog the only official sanctioning body for the sport of Dog Tricks! Your Canine Connection instructors are certified through Do More With Your Dog to teach their curriculum and help you and your dog have loads of fun!

Note: This class requires that you have completed our Pup 2 or Adult 1 class.

Time: Once a week for 5 weeks

Dates/Registration:

Date

Time

Instructor

Cost

Sunday 06/02/2019

10:00 am

Sarah Richardson

$175

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: To participate in Teen Dog class, your teenage dog must have completed all his puppy vaccinations and health check protocols. Dogs must have visited their veterinarians to receive (1) a veterinary health check documenting that your dog is in good health (2) all of their puppy parvo-distemper vaccinations (often called DHPP) concluding with a one-year DHPP (3) all bordetella vaccinations (4) all canine influenza virus (CIV) H3N2/H3N8 vaccinations (5) rabies vaccination (6) documentation of clear fecal test. These vaccinations and procedures MUST have been administered at a veterinary office or by a licensed veterinarian. Please ask your veterinarian to FAX your dog’s updated vaccinations and any updated fecal test records to us at 530-345-1939 OR email them to us at office@thecanineconnection.com. We MUST receive this documentation prior to your dog participating in our programs.

Agility

Dogs jump for joy with agility! Whether you are interested in competition or just taking your dog’s training to a higher level, agility can be enjoyed by dogs of all sizes, ages, and breeds. WIth agility, dogs build confidence in themselves and in you. Plus, agility is great exercise, for the mind and body, for dogs and their people too!

Agility 1

In Agility 1, you and your dog will be introduced to selected agility equipment (A-frame, hurdles, tire, tunnel, and more) in ways that will help develop teamwork and trust between you and your dog. You will learn important handling skills that will help you communicate clearly to your dog and will set the both of you up for success with this fun sport.

Agility 1 is for CURRENT or FORMER STUDENTS of the Canine Connection who have completed either our Pup 2 or Adult 1 Class and can demonstrate their dog has learned important skills. Completion of Pup 3/Adult 2 class is very strongly recommended. Instructor approval may be granted for those who have attended positive reinforcement classes elsewhere, following an evaluation of the handler-dog team.

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Agility 2

Using the skills gained in Agility 1, you and your dog will learn how to correctly execute sequences of equipment (tunnel, A-frame, hurdles, and more). Whether you plan on competing in the future or just want to have fun with your dog, this class will help you advance your training and teamwork with your dog!

Must have completed Agility 1 at the Canine Connection AND be able to demonstrate important prerequisite skills or receive permission of instructor.

Time: Once a week for 6 weeks.

Dates/Registration:

Date

Time

Instructor

Cost

Monday 06/03/2019

6:15 pm

Suzanne Morelock

$175

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Agility 3

This class is for those dog-person teams that have completed Agility 2 and still want more! Students may take this class as many times as they wish to further their agility skills.

Must have completed Agility 2 at the Canine Connection AND be able to demonstrate important prerequisite skills or receive permission of instructor.

Time: Once a week for 6 weeks.

Dates/Registration:

Date

Time

Instructor

Cost

Monday 06/03/2019

6:15 pm

Suzanne Morelock

$175

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: We require documentation that your dog is current on DHPP (distemper-parvo), all canine influenza virus (CIV) H3N2/H3N8 vaccinations, rabies, and bordetella to attend this group class AND that vaccinations have been administered through a veterinarian (we do not accept vaccinations that have been purchased through a feed store or online and self-administered). Please note that we MUST receive documentation of vaccinations before your registration will be accepted and your place in class secured. For most people, it is easiest to simply ask your veterinarian to FAX them to us at 530-345-1939. Thank you for your attention to this!

Rally 1

This dog sport encourages fun while performing obedience behaviors and maneuvers. Dog and handler teams traverse a course, usually maintaining an informal “heel” position, of 10 to 20 stations consisting of various obedience behaviors such as Halt-Sit-Stay, Right Turn, 270 degree Turn Left, Finish Left, and many more. Handlers (owners) are allowed and encouraged to communicate in a positive and encouraging way with their dog. This sport enhances teamwork between owner and dog, and reinforces solid leash skills. This course will introduce dog/handler teams to the Rally Level 1 and 2 behaviors/maneuvers, working up to completing courses of 10 to 15 stations. This course is suitable for continuing Canine Connection students.

Note: Rally O will be best enjoyed if your dog is calm around other dogs, does not pull on a leash when walking, and has achieved at least an intermediate level of obedience.

Time: Once a week for 6 weeks.

Dates/Registration:

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: We require documentation that your dog is current on DHPP (distemper-parvo), rabies, and bordetella to attend this group class AND that vaccinations have been administered through a veterinarian (we do not accept vaccinations that have been purchased through a feed store or online and self-administered). Please note that we MUST receive documentation of vaccinations before your registration will be accepted and your place in class secured. For most people, it is easiest to simply ask your veterinarian to FAX them to us at 530-345-1939. Thank you for your attention to this!

Rally 2

Time:

Dates/Registration: No classes available at this time

To secure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.

Vaccination Requirements: We require documentation that your dog is current on DHPP (distemper-parvo), rabies, and bordetella to attend this group class AND that vaccinations have been administered through a veterinarian (we do not accept vaccinations that have been purchased through a feed store or online and self-administered). Please note that we MUST receive documentation of vaccinations before your registration will be accepted and your place in class secured. For most people, it is easiest to simply ask your veterinarian to FAX them to us at 530-345-1939. Thank you for your attention to this!

Consultations and Private Training

Consultations and private training and consultations are appropriate when:

You need help with behavior problems such as fear, anxiety, aggression, house soiling, or destruction.

Your schedule or situation prevents participation in our group classes.

You have specific training goals, such as service dog tasks, that go beyond our group class curriculum.

You have very small children who you would like to be involved in the training process.

You want to build a foundation with private training before coming into to a group class.

Your dog is too young (i.e. under 10 weeks) for group class.

You want assistance in selecting the ideal dog to be your new best friend.

All our private training begins with an initial consultation when we assess your dog’s behavior, your needs and wants in terms of your relationship with your dog, and your training goals. Should ongoing private lessons be warranted following a consultation (as is very often the case), we’ll work with you and your dog through private training or you may choose to enroll your dog in one of our group training classes of our Jumpstart Pro Training Program where we do the training for you.

Telephone ConsultationsIn some cases, a telephone consult with Dr. Sarah Richardson can help you understand your training and behavior options for your dog. Telephone consultations are suitable for people wanting to better understand their dog’s behavior and learn about typical strategies for modifying it. Please note that It is usually not possible, in a telephone consultation, to provide detailed training outlines for your dog. The outcome of these consultations is more modest but highly valuable – you will better understand your dog’s behavior and what is required to modify it so you can decide how to proceed with your dog’s training and behavior plan.

Telephone Consultation: $125 (1 hour)

Behavior ConsultationsA private consultation with Dr. Sarah Richardson allows her extensive experience with dog behavior to be applied to your specific situation. This consultation is critical when dealing with aggression, anxiety, and other problem behaviors. During a behavior consultation, a prognosis for improving your dog’s behavior will be provided and first steps for a behavior modification program will be discussed and practiced. Behavior consultations are often followed with private lessons to help you better teach and live with your dog.

Behavior Consultation: $225 (1.5 to 2 hours); may be held at our center or your home*

* Additional rates may apply for travel to Durham, Paradise, Magalia, Hamilton City, and other areas.

Private LessonsWith private lessons you and your dog have our undivided attention. We focus exclusively on your goals and training needs, teaching you and your dog how to effectively communicate and interact together. If you want a personal canine coach to help you become your dog’s best teacher, parent, and friend, this option is for you.

Initial consultation and first lesson: $225 (1.5 to 2 hours)*; sessions may be held at our center or your home*

Subsequent sessions: $125 (approx.1 hour); sessions may be held at our center or your home*

* Additional rates may apply for travel to Durham, Paradise, Magalia, Hamilton City, and other areas.

Jumpstart Pro TrainingThis program is for those too busy for training or those dealing with a difficult behavior that they’d just like to turn over to the pros. Our Jumpstart Pro Training program allows us to help get your dog’s training program going for you. Your dog’s training program is developed by Dr. Sarah Richardson with her team of skilled trainers assisting with your dog’s program. Following our initial consultation, the pros work with your dog, at your home, our training center, or around town. After new behaviors are formed, we then coach you on how to maintain and further develop your dog’s new skills.

Vaccination Requirements: We require documentation that your dog is current on DHPP (distemper-parvo), rabies, and bordetella to participate in this program AND that vaccinations have been administered through a veterinarian (we do not accept vaccinations that have been purchased through a feed store or online and self-administered). Please note that we MUST receive documentation of vaccinations before your registration will be accepted and your place in this program is secured. For most people, it is easiest to simply ask your veterinarian to FAX them to us at 530-345-1939. Thank you for your attention to this!

Brillo and I feel so blessed to be part of the loving family of Canine Connection folks who dedicate themselves to training and caring for our four-footed companions and their people.

--Sally Sanderson, Brillo the Poodle's guardian.

"We want to thank you guys for all of your hard work and knowledge. You've helped us and Slim get off to a great start. We couldn't be happier with Slim and his behaviors and we plan to continue using the skills learned at the Canine Connection. The environment that you guys create is so welcoming and the care/attention you guys give to your students is amazing. Thank you again for a wonderful experience!"

--Slim the Plott Hound Mix's guardians

"Thank you Sarah and your awesome staff for caring for all the dogs just like family!" Yes, you guys are, indeed, AWESOME!!!

--Shirley Wulfert, Rudy the labradoodle's guardian

"Our dog LOVES Canine Connection. We board him here when he cant go with us on trips. They are the best and take great care. Thanks Sarah! You guys are the best!!!"

--Sandra Harasser, Rook the Rhodesian Ridgeback's guardian

Amazing place for every breed, every age, every goal!

--Dyami Klein, Indy the poodle's guardian.

Our German Shepherd pup, Val, goes to Playcare, Boarding, Puppy Socials and Trainings. Canine Connection has really helped our family especially because our pup can get his energy out in a safe play environment while I'm at work. When we pick him up, he's a tired and happy pup. What says it all about how he is treated is that he NEVER looks back when I drop him off. He is SO happy to be there! Puppy Kindergarten classes really help to change owners thinking and realize the messages that we give our dogs. It helped our whole family understand our dog and in turn we have such a better relationship with him.

--Kym Casperson, Val's the German Shepherd's guardian

We cannot believe the transformation our dog has undergone in just a few weeks with the help of the staff at CC. We have Archer in Basic Obedience and he has done a couple of days at Playcare and it's been a joy to watch him blossom from a shy rescue pup into a social butterfly who can't get enough love from anyone and everyone! Sarah's program has helped Archer gain so much confidence in himself and we can't wait to see what other doors open for him as he continues to grow and learn. We start Agility Foundations today! Sarah explains how dogs think so well and makes it easy and fun to learn for both humans and dogs. She is so invested in each dog and it really shows. Archer LOVES Canine Connection and so do WE! Thank you CC!! Woof!